Overview
- Fresh off his ninth world title, Marquez says the hardest work is done, has resumed on‑bike training, and is aiming to be competitive from Malaysia testing to the Thailand opener.
- Asked about staying beyond 2026, he rated his desire to remain at Ducati an eight out of ten but said his decision is open as 2027’s sweeping rules add uncertainty.
- Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali called Pecco Bagnaia’s 2025 campaign “complex,” citing technical issues and bad luck, and pledged full support to help him rebound.
- VR46 director Pablo Nieto confirmed conversations with Pedro Acosta and called signing him a dream, stressing respect for the rider’s KTM contract after Acosta finished fourth in 2025.
- Aprilia chief Massimo Rivola voiced confidence that Marco Bezzecchi can fight for the 2026 crown, targeting renewals with Bezzecchi and Jorge Martín after late‑season gains.